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Adam Todd Dougherty
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Biography
Mr. Dougherty was admitted in 2023 into the Melvin M. Belli Society (invitation only), which consists of this country's greatest personal injury attorneys. Mr. Dougherty has also been named to Best Lawyers in America (invitation only) since 2024. He has obtained a Top 10 Bench Award in Florida for 5.185 million dollars, recently obtained a 5.1 million dollar settlement in a truck crash, a 3.85 million dollar TBI settlement and obtained a Top 50 personal injury jury verdict in Florida for 2.5 million dollars.
Mr. Dougherty is a graduate and former Co-Dean at the Keenan Trial Institute in Atlanta, Georgia. He was on faculty from 2015 - 2023, Mr. Dougherty taught numerous courses including: Rules, Opening Statement & Order of Proof, Witness Preparation, Admitted Liability and Cross Examination.
Mr. Dougherty is also a 2006 graduate of Gerry Spence’s prestigious Trial Lawyers College.
Mr. Dougherty has tried various types of personal injury claims, from motor vehicle crashes to premises liability cases. He has also tried numerous felony criminal cases including multiple first degree murder cases.
Licensed to Practice:
State of Arizona Bar, U.S. District of Arizona, State of Florida Bar, U.S. Northern District of Florida, U.S. Middle District of Florida, U.S. Southern District of Florida, United States Supreme Court
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Trucking Accident
40%
20 years
Brain Injury
20%
17 years
Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect
20%
15 years
Personal Injury
15%
20 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Arizona for 16 years
State: Arizona
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Licensed in Florida for 22 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Location
FELLER & WENDT AZ, PLLC
2222 S. Dobson Rd., Ste. 506, Mesa, AZ, 85202
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Adam Todd Dougherty's Reviews
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Posted by Marcus | February 26, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Very Professional lawyer
Adam was very knowledgeable, professional and very attentive to details. Always prompted to answer my questions and doubts. I highly recommend him.
Posted by Cinthya | February 15, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Great team
Feller and Wendt is an awesome group. Their staff is always very helpful and patient. Everyone is pleasurable to speak to and always willing to fill your needs. I definitely recommend! They are approachable and make you feel comfortable handling your case.
Posted by Gabriela | February 13, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Best attorneys
The firm and all its associates consistently provide exceptional customer service that exceeds expectations. The company exhibits the highest level of respect when interacting with clients. All personnel with whom I have communicated have displayed a remarkable level of professionalism. I highly reco...
Posted by Rose | January 28, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Outstanding Attorney
If you are injured and need an attorney, you can’t do better than Adam Dougherty, he will go above and bound to get the best result and compensation for your injuries. Adam and his team really care about their clients and it shows in his communication and the results. I highly recommend Adam Doughe...
Posted by anonymous | September 27, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
Auto incident
No one wants to have an incident that requires an attorney, but if you do call Adam. Not only was his team comforting they were professional and informative. I have never needed an attorney for an auto collision, the guidance given was phenomenal. Step by step they made my physical therapy easy. The...
Adam Todd Dougherty's Lawyer Endorsements
"Adam and I had many battles when I was a State Attorney and he was a defense attorney. Adam couldn't have been more professional, well-reasoned, and thorough with his motions and plea negotiations. In addition, the Judges and juries loved him. Strongly recommended."
"Adam is a top trial lawyer. He is highly skilled, aggressive, and prepared to fight to the end for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."
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"There are lots of lawyers in Florida, but there are few lawyers as talented in the courtroom as Adam. I endorse this lawyer."
"Adam Dougherty is an excellent lawyer who implements cutting edge trial and litigation skills for the benefit of his clients. I endorse this lawyer."
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"Adam is a great personal injury attorney and fights relentlessly for his clients."
"Adam is a hardworking and knowledgeable lawyer. His level of preparedness is unmatched. He approaches every case with tenacity and will go the extra mile for every client. I endorse this lawyer and would hire him as my own."
"I endorse Attorney Dougherty. From his credentials Avvo, it is clear he is dedicated to serving those in need and his clients. It's rare that lawyers spend so much valuable time helping the community and striving for more and I applaud him for doing it to such a great level. Kudos."
"I endorse this lawyer. I knew Adam Dougherty when I was still a prosecutor. He was always professional both in and out of the courtroom."
"Mr. Dougherty is a "top notch" trial lawyer who works diligently to secure the best possible results for his clients. I highly recommend him as a zealous advocate and he is one of the first lawyers I think of when I need to refer a client to someone else."
"I endorse this lawyer. A good choice when faced with criminal issues."
"I endorse this lawyer, he is a respected, top notch attorney and a zealous advocate in our community."
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"Adam is an excellent advocate in every sense!"
"Adam is a tremendously knowledgeable lawyer with an incredibly broad background that gives him a unique perspective and the ability to relate to anyone in a room or any situation. This makes him a very effective negotiator and litigator who can get things done. I have no reservations about recommending Adam to anyone seeking a litigator."
"I endorse this lawyer. Adam is tenacious, hard working and persisitent. I have found him to be ethical and always prepared."
"Adam is not only a great lawyer, but also a great guy. As my predecessor in my position at my current law firm, he has been a mentor to me and I am grateful for that. I know that any client of Adam's is in good hands."
"Adam is a credit to the profession and a tireless worker for his clients."
"I have known Mr. Dougherty for a long time. He is an excellent trial lawyer who is totally committed to getting justice for his clients. He is also committed to constantly improving his trial advocacy skills. Most impressively, he is a graduate of Gerry Spence's Trial Lawyer's College in Dubois, Wyoming. This excellent training strongly benefits his clients in court. You can't go wrong using Mr. Dougherty."
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Experience
Honors
2016
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
South Florida's Top Rated Lawyers, Legal Leaders
2015
Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2015
Top Lawyer, Who's Who In American Law
2014
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
South Florida's Top Rated Lawyers, Legal Leaders
2013
South Florida's Top Rated Lawyers, Legal Leaders
2013
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Top Lawyers of South Florida, National Law Journal
2012
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2005
Hat Trick Award - Not Guilty 3 in a Row, Broward Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Owner, DOUGHERTY LAW FIRM
2010 - 2012
Litigation Attorney, Steinger, Iscoe & Greene, PA
2007 - 2010
Litigation Attorney, Attorneys Dell & Schaefer
2004 - 2007
Assistant Public Defender, Office of the Public Defender - Broward County
Associations
2017 - Present
Arizona Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2008 - Present
Florida Justice Association (Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers)Member
2008 - Present
American Justice AssociationMember
2007 - Present
Broward County Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2007 - Present
Palm Beach County Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2008 - 2013
Florida Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2006 - 2007
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
2005 - 2011
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2005 - 2013
Broward Association of Criminal Defense LawyersFormer Board Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Plaintiff v. National Department Store
$274,400.00 - Arbitrator Award
Plaintiff v. Assisted Living Facility
$312,500.00
Plaintiff v. Cynergy
$400,000
MVC vs. Hanover Ins.
$850,000
RP Scooter v. Liberty Mutual
$2.5 Million Dollar Verdict
MVC vs. GEICO
$415,000.00 excess policy
MVC vs. State Farm
$525,000.00 excess policy
State v. S.A.
ACQUITAL ON ALL CHARGES
MVC vs. Allstate
Settlement $500,000.00
Education
2015
Keenan Trial Institute
Graduate
2006
Gerry Spence's Trial Lawyer's College
Graduate
2003
University of Akron School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
Arizona State University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2021
Graduate Course: Cross Examination
Cross Examination
2019
Course #1 Rules and Case Selection
Rules & Case Selection
2019
2019 Tractor Trailer Seminar
Personal Injury - Tractor Trailer Crashes
2018
Course #6 Witness Preparation
Witness Preparation
2017
Advanced Edge Techniques
Personal Injury
2015
Anatomy and Physiology 101 for Attorneys
IME's, Medical Terminology & Document Primer
2013
Personal Injury 101
Personal Injury Damages, Expert Examination, Evidence Presentation
Publications
2016
Rutherford Publishing House
A Cup of Coffee With 10 Leading Attorneys in the United States
Languages
Spanish
Portuguese
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
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